Design and Construction
The Oceanis 41 measures 40 feet 9 inches long, with a 13-foot 9-inch beam and a displacement of 19,350 pounds. It carries 5,071 pounds of iron ballast on a bulb keel. Solid-fiberglass construction supports two draft options: 6 feet 9 inches for the deep-draft version and 5 feet 1 inch for the shallow-draft version.
A chine-like edge interrupts the smooth curve of the topsides; this feature is known as the “kink.” The hull carries nearly its maximum beam all the way aft to the transom, creating exceptional width in both the cockpit and interior.
Rig and Handling
The mast sits about 47 percent of the distance from bow to stern. An elevated mainsheet traveler mounted on a reinforced fiberglass arch keeps sheet loads clear of the cabin top. The standard sail plan is a conventional mainsail with a lazy-jack pack.
Twin helm wheels frame a walkthrough, with a deep, semi-balanced spade rudder below. For close-quarters control, the “Dock and Go” system combines a pod-type rotating saildrive with a bow thruster.
Accommodations
The spacious interior is available in three layouts:
- Two cabins and one head
- Three cabins and one head
- Three cabins and two heads
The L-shaped galley includes a two-burner stove, a small oven, and a top-loading refrigerator.
Ventilation is limited to a hatch mushroom vent and a small aft-facing scoop; there are no full-sized Dorade boxes.
Equipment and Power
A 40-horsepower Yanmar diesel powers the boat. The pushbutton transom opens to form a swim platform.
Air draft is 64 feet, while mast height is 61.84 feet above the waterline.
Verdict
The Oceanis 41 trades traditional ventilation for generous volume, an arch-mounted rig arrangement, and the close-quarters assistance of Dock and Go.
Pros
- Kinked topsides and full beam carried aft provide standout volume
- Arch-mounted traveler and aft-positioned mast simplify handling
- Dock and Go eases maneuvering
- Three layouts suit private owners and charter use
- Pushbutton transom adds utility
Cons
- Minimal fixed ventilation
- Deep-draft version limits access to shallow water
